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Definition fond in British English

fond adjective

adjective
/fɒnd/
1

liking and caring about someone very much, especially as a result of knowing them well or for a long time

Example

I was very fond of my Uncle Jim.

Example

Are you fond of children?

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1.1

loving

Example

a fond father

Example

a fond embrace (=holding someone you love close to you)

Example

She bade a fond farewell to her parents and sister.

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2

getting enjoyment and satisfaction from something, especially often or over a long time

Example

fond of music/poetry

Example

Anita is fond of playing the piano.

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Definition fond in British English